Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Symphony No. 41; Eine kleine Nachtmusik; Requiem (Daniel Barenboim)

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Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• Symphony No. 41 in C Major, K. 551 "Jupiter"
• Eine kleine Nachtmusik, K. 525
• Requiem in D Minor, K. 626

Kathleen Battle, soprano

Ann Murray, mezzo-soprano

David Rendall, tenor

Matti Salminen, bass

Orchestre de Paris

Daniel Barenboim, conductor

Date: 1984, 1985 / 2025

Label: Warner Classics

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During Daniel Barenboim’s fifteen-year tenure as musical director of the Orchestre de Paris, his Mozart recordings stood out as major accomplishments. Highlights include a vigorous interpretation of the Jupiter Symphony, now available digitally for the first time, and a compelling Requiem featuring distinguished soloists such as Kathleen Battle and Matti Salminen. These are paired with a refined performance of A Little Night Music. Newly remastered, the recordings regain their original clarity and impact, showcasing Barenboim’s dynamic leadership and the orchestra’s expressive precision.

Daniel Barenboim (born 1942 in Buenos Aires) is an Israeli pianist and conductor renowned for both his musicianship and his efforts to foster Middle Eastern dialogue through music. A child prodigy trained by pianist parents, he debuted internationally in the 1950s and became celebrated for his vivid interpretations of Mozart and Beethoven. He began conducting in 1962 and later led major ensembles, serving as music director of the Orchestre de Paris (1975–89), the Chicago Symphony Orchestra (1991–2006), and the Berlin State Opera (from 1992). In 1999 he co-founded the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra with Edward Said. His career also includes writings, awards, and occasional controversies.